Compudopt Celebrates 1 Million Hours of Free Tech Education

Compudopt is hosting a special celebration called 'Power Up: Impact of a Million' on Thursday, November 6, 2025 in Houston. This event celebrates an amazing milestone - providing one million hours of free technology education and resources to the community. Technology skills open doors to better jobs and opportunities, but not everyone has equal access to learn these important skills. Compudopt works to close this 'digital divide' by teaching people computer skills, providing devices, and helping students succeed with technology. The celebration will be both a fundraiser and a way to honor all the people who have been helped through these programs. People can get involved by becoming sponsors to support digital equity programs, volunteering to help distribute devices and mentor students, or simply spreading the word about the event. This work is especially important because technology skills are needed for most jobs today, and everyone deserves a chance to learn them regardless of their background or income level. The event shows how Houston communities can work together to make sure all residents have the technology skills they need to build a stronger future.

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